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Mtumbuka drums up support for UTM’s Chiradzulu Nguludi parliamentary aspirant, Touts Kabambe as Malawi’s economic saviour
Capital Radio Malawi
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July 26, 2025
UTM Senior Member, Matthews Mtumbuka, has urged the people of Chiradzulu Nguludi Constituency to vote for Mwayi Lancy Mbewe as their Member of Parliament in the forthcoming 16 September elections. Dr Mtumbuka, who is also UTM’s presidential...
"Industrial development must meet human needs"
African Business
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July 23, 2025
This article was produced with the support of Shelter Afrique Development Bank Oluranti Doherty’s speech at Shelter Afrique’s 44th Annual General Meeting provided fresh perspectives to the discussions. During the session on ‘industrialisation and...
Passport Blues Over! Malawi Resumes Issuance with New High-Security System
Nyasa Times
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July 25, 2025
Malawians can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The government has officially resumed passport processing and issuance services across the country following months of disruption. Minister of Homeland Security Ezekiel Ching’oma announced Thursday...
IMM launches first-ever Superbrand Awards to recognize Malawi’s leading brands
The Maravi Post
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July 25, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Institute of Marketing in Malawi (IMM) has officially launched the Superbrand Awards a first of its kind, research-based awards program aimed at recognizing outstanding brands in Malawi that consistently outperform their...
Standard Bank Malawi Wins Two Euromoney Awards
Nyasa Times
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July 25, 2025
Standard Bank Malawi has reinforced its market leadership after being named Best Bank and Best Investment Bank at the presitigious Euromoney for Excellence 2025. Madinga In a statement, the bank says, this cemented its leadership in financial...
Which ‘Emily in Paris’ Stars Have Left the Netflix Series Over the Years?
The Maravi Post
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July 31, 2025
Emily in Paris has faced some surprising cast changes over the years. The hit series, which debuted in 2020, centers around Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) and her often hilarious attempts to find her footing in France after moving from the U.S. for a...
Castel Malawi Warns Against Buying Spirits Without Tax Stamps
Nyasa Times
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July 25, 2025
Castel Malawi, the country’s leading producer of spirits and beer, has issued a stern warning to consumers against purchasing or stocking its products that do not bear official digital tax stamps. In a statement released this month, Castel Malawi...
Castel Malawi assures product integrity amid counterfeit concerns
The Maravi Post
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July 24, 2025
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Castel Malawi has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering high-quality alcoholic beverages amid growing concerns on social media over the quality of some beer products allegedly linked to the company. In a statement signed by...
Malawi-Tanzania yet to sign simplified trade regime pact
The Nation Malawi
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July 22, 2025
Three months after Malawi and Tanzania pledged to finalise a Simplified Trade Regime (STR) agreement to enhance cross-border trade, the pact remains unsigned, raising concerns over long-term trade policy stability, it has emerged. The STR was...
“Don’t purchase or stock any spirits that lack proper tax stamps”- Castel Malawi warns customers
The Maravi Post
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July 24, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Castel Malawi, the country’s leading spirit and beer producer, has issued a strong warning to customers against purchasing its products without tax stamps and urged vigilance to help combat counterfeit goods. The company...
Why Climate Solutions Are Failing The People Who Need Them Most—And How We Can Change That
Forbes
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By Wendy Chamberlin, Senior Advisor, Climate and Market Linkages, Trickle Up As climate change accelerates, its impacts are being felt most acutely by those who have contributed the least to the problem: the world’s poorest and most marginalized...
Trump Announces Dozens of New Reciprocal Tariff Rates
Sourcing Journal - New York
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August 1, 2025
Hours before the pause on “reciprocal” tariffs was due to expire, President Donald Trump released an executive order modifying the duty rates for dozens of U.S. trade partners. Ranging from 10 percent to 41 percent, the new tariffs will go into...
Opportunity International Agriculture Finance Programming Celebrates $500 Million Invested in Smallholder Agriculture in Sub Saharan Africa
AfricaBusiness.com
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July 24, 2025
Opportunity International, a global leader dedicated to mobilizing capital for those living in extreme poverty and advancing economic and community development, has achieved a significant milestone: $500 million invested in smallholder farming...
Reserve Bank of Malawi ponders interest subsidies
The Times Group Malawi
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July 24, 2025
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) considers scaling up interest rate subsidies and credit guarantees in the quest to enhance the flow of credit for industrial productivity amid structural imbalances that leave the economy wobbly. The central bank,...
Standard Bank Malawi shines with dual Euromoney accolades
Malawi 24
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July 24, 2025
Malawians can expect even more innovation and financial leadership from Standard Bank Malawi following its latest continental recognition as both Best Bank and Best Investment Bank in the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025. Speaking...
UN prompts Malawi to rethink aid dependency
The Times Group Malawi
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July 24, 2025
By Benadetta Chiwanda Mia: United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator Rebecca Adda-Dontoh has urged Malawi to look inward and develop its own solutions to drive growth and support the implementation of its national development agenda. Adda-Dontoh...
Malawi’s land reforms gain international recognition
The Maravi Post
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July 19, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Ministry of Lands has engaged with pioneer land clerks in Blantyre, highlighting the country’s progress in land reform. Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Lands, Davie Chilonga, shared insights on the significant...
Fada Moti Announces Debut Amapiano EP “Ntate”, Set for August 1 Release
Face of Malawi
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July 31, 2025
164 words • approx. 1 min read Malawian amapiano sensation Fada Moti, based in Bangwe, Blantyre, has officially announced the release of his debut Extended Playlist (EP) titled “Ntate”, set to drop on 1st August 2025. The Alipo Samafuna Kudya...
Malawi clinches $12-billion mining, infrastructure investments from China
Engineering News
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JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – Malawi has concluded $12-billion worth of Chinese mining and infrastructure transactions, which are positioning the landlocked country in south-eastern Africa for the supply of critical minerals, APAnews reports....
“It is possible”: Joyce Banda’s People’s Party Manifesto links Malawi2063 vision to grassroots urgency
Malawi 24
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July 23, 2025
Former President Joyce Banda used the launch of the People’s Party (PP) manifesto at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe to reintroduce herself to voters as a humble but urgent reformer confronting Malawi’s current hardships. She framed the presentation...